Discover the history of the Winchester Mystery House, nestled within the heart of San Jose, California. Winchester Mystery House is a Victorian mansion crafted by Sarah Winchester over a span of 36 years from 1886 to 1922. This architectural marvel stands today as a testament to intrigue and mystery with its one-of-a-kind design features and history.
Our tour-guide led Mansion Tour takes guests through 110 of the 160 rooms of Sarah’s stately mansion covering the history and tales that give us our name. The Mansion Tour is approximately 65 minutes. This experience includes adding on self-guided access to both basements of the mansion—areas infamous for their reported paranormal activity. The self-guided basement experience lets you explore at your own pace, with guides on hand to share stories and answer questions along the way. Estimated bundled tour and basement experience is 80 minutes but can be less or more depending on how long you explore the basements. Limited time only, currently available until December 31, 2025. Only Ages 5+ for Basement Access.
A 65 minute guided tour through 110 of the 160 rooms. Guests will be able to see the infamous rooms of Sarah’s stately mansion, known around the world as the Winchester Mystery House®, and see the unique attributes that give the mysterious mansion its name. With the purchase of the Mansion Tour, access to the gardens is complimentary.
The Mansion Tour is a 60 minute guided tour that takes you through 110 of the 160 rooms of the mansion while learning about the history and lore surrounding the home and its creator. You will get the chance to explore some of the most known rooms in the mansion, and marvel at some of the architectural wonders that give this mansion its name.
Please be aware: Due to the historic nature, the inside of Winchester Mystery House is not wheelchair accessible. This tour involves multiple stairs and extensive walking throughout the home. See FAQ’s here.
Add on exclusive self-guided access to not just one, but two basements of the mansion – areas infamous for their reported paranormal activity. Just steps away from the end of your mansion tour, descend into the shadows and discover the deepest, most intriguing corners of the house. This self-guided experience lets you explore at your own pace with guides on hand to share stories and answer questions along the way. Time estimate: 15-45 minutes, depending how long you would like to explore! Only Ages 5+.
Currently available until April 30, 2026.
*Basement access is only available as an add-on to the Mansion Tour and is not available as a stand alone product. Be sure to select the Basement Access option before completing your booking!*
Available May 1 – July 31, 2026.
Add on self-guided, behind-the-scenes access to both the highest and lowest reaches of the Mansion with the Basement and Attic Access.
Just steps from the conclusion of your tour, continue your journey at your own pace as you ascend to the attic, where hidden rooms, tucked-away passageways, and architectural secrets quietly await discovery. Then, descend into the mansion’s two secluded basements, long associated with its most mysterious and reported paranormal activity.
This limited-access experience offers a deeper, more intimate look at the Mansion, with knowledgeable guides nearby to ensure you do not get lost.
Time estimate: 15-45 minutes. Price: $19. Ages: 5+
*Basement & Attic Access is only available as an add-on to the Mansion Tour and is not available as a stand alone product.*
Exclusive Access:
Step beyond the main tour and explore both the attic and basements of the mansion, areas rarely experienced by guests.
Extended Adventure
The perfect way to deepen your visit. Explore as quickly or as thoroughly as you’d like. Estimated experience time is 15–45 minutes depending on your pace.
Self-Guided:
Wander freely from the mansion’s highest hidden spaces to its lowest depths, uncovering tucked-away rooms, architectural details, and shadowy corners along the way.
Photo Access
Capture rare photos in the mansion’s attic and basements, areas that aren’t often photographed or shared. It’s a chance to see and document parts of the house most guests don’t usually get to experience.
Paranormal Elements:
In select areas, you may also encounter paranormal investigation equipment available for guest use. These spaces are among the most active parts of the mansion.
Exclusive Access:
Step beyond the main tour and explore both the attic and basements of the mansion, areas rarely experienced by guests.
Extended Adventure
The perfect way to deepen your visit. Explore as quickly or as thoroughly as you’d like. Estimated experience time is 15–45 minutes depending on your pace.
Self-Guided:
Wander freely from the mansion’s highest hidden spaces to its lowest depths, uncovering tucked-away rooms, architectural details, and shadowy corners along the way.
Photo Access
Capture rare photos in the mansion’s attic and basements, areas that aren’t often photographed or shared. It’s a chance to see and document parts of the house most guests don’t usually get to experience.
Paranormal Elements:
In select areas, you may also encounter paranormal investigation equipment available for guest use. These spaces are among the most active parts of the mansion.
A rare and intimate 2-hour guided tour with Janan Boehme, official historian and curator of the Winchester Mystery House. With a small groups, this exclusive experience goes behind locked doors, beyond ropes, gain a deeper understanding of the house’s construction and ongoing preservation efforts.
For the first 80 minutes, your group will have the mansion entirely to yourselves—no other guests in sight. With Janan as your guide, you’ll gain insights from the foremost expert on the property.
Limited time experience.
Add on exclusive self-guided access to not just one, but two basements of the mansion – areas infamous for their reported paranormal activity. Just steps away from the end of your mansion tour, descend into the shadows and discover the deepest, most intriguing corners of the house. This self-guided experience lets you explore at your own pace with guides on hand to share stories and answer questions along the way. Time estimate: 15-45 minutes, depending how long you would like to explore!
Currently available until December 31, 2025.
*Basement access is only available as an add-on to the Mansion Tour and is not available as a stand alone product. Be sure to select the Basement Access option before completing your booking!*
Halloween can’t come soon enough—so we’re celebrating early! Explore the mansion after dark during Halfway-To-Halloween with our Flashlight Tours on April 19, April 26, May 3, and May 10!
Don’t miss this unique after-hours adventure! But beware, once the lights go out, there’s no turning back.
For a limited time only, you can explore even more rooms of the mansion with our Explore More Tour, including the notable Basement and Witches Cap. Building upon the foundations of our classic mansion tour, Explore More promises to reveal new dimensions of the mansion’s history, architecture, and intrigue! With the purchase of the Explore More Tour, access to the gardens is complimentary.
Available until January 31, 2025.
Immersive Halloween Haunt
Step into the darkened halls of the Winchester Mystery House and navigate a hauntingly immersive maze unlike any other. Available for select nights starting Friday the 13th in September, experience one of the Bay Area’s most thrilling Halloween events.
TICKET PRICE STARTING AT $69.99
Immersive Halloween Haunt
Step into the darkened halls of the Winchester Mystery House and navigate a hauntingly immersive maze unlike any other. Available for select nights starting Friday the 13th in September, experience one of the Bay Area’s most thrilling Halloween events.
TICKET PRICE STARTING AT $69.99
Due to the historic nature of the Winchester Estate, the Mansion Tour is not wheelchair accessible. An ADA Tour is available for guests on property with mobility issues. The ADA tour includes a video tour in one of the accessible garden buildings and the self-guided Sarah Winchester Garden Tour.
The Winchester Mystery House is offering guests unprecedented access to the most beautiful and bizarre Victorian Mansion. This virtual experience allows guests to independently roam each level of the mansion, while exploring many rooms previously inaccessible on standard Estate tours. Enjoy unlimited virtual access in 360° and go behind-the-ropes.
Price: $8.99
When reserving an ASL tour at the Winchester Mystery House, there are select dates each month when an interpreter is scheduled and available. Guests are more than welcome to book a daily Mansion Tour or Explore More Tour on any date and bring an interpreter for their visit. You will receive a complimentary ticket for the interpreter accompanying you.
We invite our guests to explore the captivating story behind the walls of this historic estate without ever leaving the comfort of your home. An online tour experience for those guests that are unable to travel. The official Video Tour is available to rent or purchase.
$5.99 to rent for 72 hours, and $13.99 to purchase.
Explore the stunning Victorian Gardens on our self-guided outdoor tour with a digital map. Please note that this tour does not include access inside the mansion. The grounds are wheelchair accessible, and are also complimentary with the purchase of another tour.
As Sarah Winchester lived in the mansion and her needs changed, so did the house. Several features were added to make her daily life easier:
These adaptations offer a glimpse into how the house evolved to support her comfort and mobility during her lifetime.
As Sarah Winchester lived in the mansion and her needs changed, so did the house. Several features were added to make her daily life easier:
These adaptations offer a glimpse into how the house evolved to support her comfort and mobility during her lifetime.
